Traditional Moroccan Couscous with Vegetables

Traditional Moroccan Couscous with Vegetables 

Number of servings: 6

Per Serving273 calories
Fat5 g
Carbs48 g
Protein8 g
[Cook] Traditional Moroccan Couscous with Vegetables (Vegan)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups couscous
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. To start the couscous, rinse it under cold water and then strain in a sieve to remove some of the excess starch.
  2. Next, combine the stock, salt, pepper and olive oil, bring to a boil and then pour over the couscous. Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
  3. Let sit for approximately 10 minutes to rehydrate. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  4. Add red onion, celery, tomato and garlic. Mix well and seasoned with salt and pepper to your liking.
  5. Serve immediately or let cool and use as the base to make a salad.